Friends of the Earth welcome the commencement of construction of the Bulgana Green Energy Hub near Stawell and say the project demonstrates the economic benefits of climate change solutions. But will the local Liberal MP Louise Staley support local jobs and investment?

"Victorian climate change solutions such as the Bulgana Green Power Hub bring jobs and investment to regional communities," said Leigh Ewbank, Friends of the Earth climate spokesperson.

"The facility will contribute towards Victoria meeting its legislated target of zero net emissions by 2050--something the whole community can be proud of."

The Bulgana Green Energy Hub combines a wind farm with a Tesla battery and greenhouse for agricultural production.

Once operational the Bulgana Green Power Hub will power 130,000 homes and reduce carbon emissions by 530,000 tonnes a year.

Friends of the Earth say that with climate change impacts--such as hotter and drier conditions in the region--becoming more apparent, positive solutions to cut emissions is something all political parties can support.

"With the Federal government failing to act on climate change we need to see greater leadership in Victoria," said Leigh Ewbank.